The testimony of witnesses, including appellants, will be heard. All testimony must be given under oath or affirmation. Oath or affirmation is not required for the sole purpose of presenting contentions and argument.

Terms Used In 38 CFR 20.708

  • Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.

(Authority: 38 U.S.C. § 7102, 7105(a), 7107) [61 FR 29028, June 7, 1996. Redesignated and amended at 84 FR 187, Jan. 18, 2019]

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